2005 Proton 400 vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, both 2005 Proton 400 and 2005 Subaru Baja were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 608 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Proton 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Proton 400 | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Proton | Subaru |
Model | 400 | Baja |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |