2009 Proton Satria vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Proton Satria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Proton Satria would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1111 kg more than 2009 Proton Satria.
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 T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Proton Satria | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
Model | Satria | T5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1896 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 | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 19 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1159 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |