1996 Proton 400 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton 400 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1996 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Proton 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton 400 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Proton | Porsche |
| Model | 400 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2855 mm |
