2001 Proton 400 vs. 2001 Suzuki Covie
To start off, both 2001 Proton 400 and 2001 Suzuki Covie were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,327 cc, 2001 Suzuki Covie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Covie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton 400 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Covie. 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, 2001 Suzuki Covie (178 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 400. (108 Nm). This means 2001 Suzuki Covie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton 400 | 2001 Suzuki Covie | |
| Make | Proton | Suzuki |
| Model | 400 | Covie |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 2950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
