2003 Proton 400 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 10 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1360 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 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton 400 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3700 mm |
