2005 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Proton 400
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton 400 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton 400 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2003 Proton 400 | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | Civic | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |