2003 Proton 400 vs. 2003 Nissan Xterra
To start off, both 2003 Proton 400 and 2003 Nissan Xterra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 590 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 2003 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400. 2003 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Proton 400 | 2003 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Proton | Nissan |
Model | 400 | Xterra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |