2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Proton 400
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 211 kg more than 2004 Proton 400.
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 Opel Corsa (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2004 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Corsa | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
