2004 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2004 Proton 400
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Equinox and 2004 Proton 400 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 672 kg more than 2004 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 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 400. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Equinox | 2004 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
| Model | Equinox | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
