2001 Proton 400 vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 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 1,796 cc, 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 365 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.
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, 2007 Volvo S40 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton 400 | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Proton | Volvo |
| Model | 400 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
