1997 Peugeot 406 vs. 1997 Proton 300
To start off, both 1997 Peugeot 406 and 1997 Proton 300 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 406 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1997 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Peugeot 406 (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 406 | 1997 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Proton |
| Model | 406 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
