2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Proton Gen-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Proton Gen-2 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 2006 Proton Gen-2 | |
Make | Fiat | Proton |
Model | 500 | Gen-2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |