2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 2003 Proton 400
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton 400 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2003 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Proton 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 2003 Proton 400 | |
Make | Land Rover | Proton |
Model | Defender | 400 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |