2010 Proton Satria vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Proton Satria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Proton Satria would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2010 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 130 kg more than 2010 Proton Satria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Proton Satria | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Proton | Nissan |
| Model | Satria | Cube |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1159 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
