2002 Proton 400 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton 400 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 39 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.
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 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Proton 400 | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Proton | Daihatsu |
| Model | 400 | Materia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
