2000 Proton 300 vs. 2001 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton 300 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2000 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 300.
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, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton 300 | 2001 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Proton | Saab |
| Model | 300 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
