2003 Proton 400 vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2003 Proton 400 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Proton 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton 400 | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
