2000 Proton 400 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 8 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 435 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 400. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton 400 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Proton | Skoda |
| Model | 400 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
