1997 Peugeot Nautilus vs. 2005 Proton 400
To start off, 2005 Proton 400 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot Nautilus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot Nautilus would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus (194 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton 400 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1997 Peugeot Nautilus.
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 Peugeot Nautilus (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot Nautilus | 2005 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Proton |
| Model | Nautilus | 400 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
