1998 Proton 300 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton 300 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 317 kg more than 1998 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Proton 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Proton 300 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2790 mm |
