2003 Proton 400 vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton 400 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 861 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 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton 400 | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Proton | SsangYong |
| Model | 400 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
