2000 Proton 400 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 10 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 876 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.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Proton 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 400. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Proton 400 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Proton | Mazda |
Model | 400 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |