2007 Proton Gen vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 5 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
Because 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen. 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2012 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Gen | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Gen | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
