2007 Proton Gen vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan 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, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Gen | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | Gen | Routan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |
