2004 Peugeot 407 vs. 2004 Proton 400
To start off, both 2004 Peugeot 407 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 570 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 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 400. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Peugeot 407 | 2004 Proton 400 | |
Make | Peugeot | Proton |
Model | 407 | 400 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |