2004 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2004 Proton 400
To start off, both 2004 Hyundai Sonata 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Sonata (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 455 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 Hyundai Sonata (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Sonata | 2004 Proton 400 | |
Make | Hyundai | Proton |
Model | Sonata | 400 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |