2003 Proton 400 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 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 1,420 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 348 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton 400 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
