2005 Proton 400 vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 2005 Proton 400 and 2005 Suzuki Alto were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 23 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton 400 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 Suzuki Alto 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 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto. 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 Suzuki Alto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Proton 400 | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Proton | Suzuki |
Model | 400 | Alto |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |