2003 Proton 400 vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 612 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton 400 | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Proton | Volvo |
| Model | 400 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
