2001 Proton 400 vs. 2010 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2010 Nissan Navara is newer by 9 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1062 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 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Proton 400 | 2010 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Proton | Nissan |
Model | 400 | Navara |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |