2003 Proton 400 vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2003 Proton 400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Jimny (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 35 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 2001 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2001 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2003 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton 400 | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Proton | Suzuki |
| Model | 400 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
