2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton 400 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Proton 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1996 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Proton 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1996 Proton 400 | |
Make | Land Rover | Proton |
Model | LR2 | 400 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |