2007 Proton Gen vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, both 2007 Proton Gen and 2007 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Proton Gen, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen. 2007 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2007 Proton Gen has manual transmission. 2007 Proton Gen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Gen | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Gen | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
