2000 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Proton 400
To start off, 2002 Proton 400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 54 kg more than 2002 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, 2000 Honda Civic (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2002 Proton 400 | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | Civic | 400 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |