2004 Proton Impian vs. 2009 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2009 Renault Trafic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Impian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Impian would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Impian (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Impian should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Trafic.
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, 2009 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Impian | 2009 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Impian | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3100 mm |
