2005 Proton 400 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Proton 400 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 475 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton 400 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |
