2007 Proton Gen vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Proton Gen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Proton Gen would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Gen | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Gen | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
