1997 Proton 400 vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton 400 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 465 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Proton 400 | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
