2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 Proton Saloon.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Proton Saloon (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2002 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Panda | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
