2001 Proton 400 vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 11 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 550 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, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton 400 | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Proton | Nissan |
| Model | 400 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
