2002 Proton 400 vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, both 2002 Proton 400 and 2002 Lincoln LS were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2002 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 691 kg more than 2002 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lincoln LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Proton 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton 400. 2002 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 2002 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 2002 Proton 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Proton 400 | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Proton | Lincoln |
| Model | 400 | LS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
