2007 Proton Gen vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Gen (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Gen should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
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 Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | Gen | Touran |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
