2003 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2002 Proton 400
To start off, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 1 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Proton 400 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 2003 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Pride Wagon | 2002 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Kia | Proton |
| Model | Pride Wagon | 400 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
