1998 Proton 400 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton 400 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 400.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Proton 400 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
