2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser vs. 2000 Proton 300
To start off, both 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser and 2000 Proton 300 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2000 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser weights approximately 529 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser (271 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 300. (108 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser | 2000 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Proton |
| Model | Panel Cruiser | 300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
