2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Proton 400
To start off, 2005 Proton 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 923 kg more than 2005 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Proton 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
| Model | Astro | 400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
