2006 Proton Gen-2 vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Proton Gen-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Proton Gen-2 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Proton Gen-2 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | Gen-2 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3410 mm |
