2007 Proton Gen vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla 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, 2010 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen. 2010 Toyota Corolla 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. 2010 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Gen | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Gen | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
