2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2001 Proton 400
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton 400 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 327 kg more than 2001 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Proton 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 2001 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | HR-V | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
