1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1998 Proton 400

To start off, both 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 1998 Proton 400 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 709 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager (227 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 400.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager 1998 Proton 400
Make Chrysler Proton
Model Grand Voyager 400
Year Released 1998 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2428 cc 1299 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 227 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 996 kg
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2510 mm


 

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