2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2005 Proton 400
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar X-Type and 2005 Proton 400 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 598 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 400. 2005 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2005 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 2005 Proton 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar X-Type | 2005 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Proton |
| Model | X-Type | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
