2004 Proton 400 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2004 Proton 400 and 2004 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 20 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 Toyota Corolla (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 400. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 400. 2004 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2004 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 2004 Proton 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Proton 400 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Proton | Toyota |
Model | 400 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |