2007 Proton Gen vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Gen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Gen (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Gen should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Gen | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Gen | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
