2000 Proton 400 vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton 400 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 730 kg more than 2000 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 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton 400 | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | 400 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
