2001 Proton 400 vs. 2007 Proton Satria
To start off, 2007 Proton Satria is newer by 6 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Satria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Proton Satria weights approximately 189 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Proton Satria (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Satria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton 400 | 2007 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Proton | Proton |
| Model | 400 | Satria |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
