2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Proton 400
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2005 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Proton 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2005 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Porsche | Proton |
| Model | 911 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
