2000 Proton 300 vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 240 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.
Because 2002 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Proton 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton 300 | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
