2012 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Proton Gen-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Proton Gen-2 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2009 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
| Model | Express | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2610 mm |
