2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2002 Proton 400
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton 400 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2002 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 658 kg more than 2002 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Proton 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2002 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
| Model | Lumina | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
