1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2001 Proton 400
To start off, 2001 Proton 400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2001 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 966 kg more than 2001 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Proton 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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 Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 400. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2001 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 2001 Proton 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Odyssey | 2001 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Odyssey | 400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
