2004 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 Proton 400
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 550 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 Impala (305 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 400. (109 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Proton 400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
Model | Impala | 400 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 109 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |