2005 Proton 400 vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Proton 400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton 400 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio. 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 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton 400 | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | 400 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
