2001 Proton 400 vs. 2002 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton 400 would be higher. Both 2001 Proton 400 and 2002 Daihatsu YRV are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton 400 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2002 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Proton 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2002 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 400. 2002 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2001 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 2001 Proton 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton 400 | 2002 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Proton | Daihatsu |
| Model | 400 | YRV |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
