1998 Peugeot 206 vs. 2000 Proton 400
To start off, 2000 Proton 400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 206 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton 400 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 206.
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 Peugeot 206 (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 400. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 206 | 2000 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Proton |
| Model | 206 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
