2004 Proton 400 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton 400 would be higher. At 3,538 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2004 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 215 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton 400 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
