1997 Mazda Xedos 9 vs. 1997 Proton 400
To start off, both 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 and 1997 Proton 400 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1997 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1997 Proton 400. 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, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda Xedos 9 | 1997 Proton 400 | |
Make | Mazda | Proton |
Model | Xedos 9 | 400 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |