2004 AC Aceca vs. 2001 Proton 400
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton 400 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2001 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 620 kg more than 2001 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Proton 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 2001 Proton 400 | |
| Make | AC | Proton |
| Model | Aceca | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
