2007 Proton Gen vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
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 Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Proton Gen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (343 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Gen | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
