2001 Proton 400 vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 4 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. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Kangoo (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 780 kg more than 2001 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton 400 | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | 400 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
