2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2003 Proton Saloon
To start off, both 2003 Peugeot 407 and 2003 Proton Saloon were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (136 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2003 Proton Saloon. 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 Peugeot 407 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Peugeot 407 | 2003 Proton Saloon | |
Make | Peugeot | Proton |
Model | 407 | Saloon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |