2003 Proton 400 vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, both 2003 Proton 400 and 2003 Honda Z were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton 400 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z 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, 2003 Honda Z 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z. 2003 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2003 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 2003 Proton 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Proton 400 | 2003 Honda Z | |
Make | Proton | Honda |
Model | 400 | Z |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |