1999 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Proton 400
To start off, 2003 Proton 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton 400 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2003 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 2003 Proton 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 2003 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Accord | 400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
