2000 Proton 300 vs. 2005 Tata E
To start off, 2005 Tata E is newer by 5 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata E (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata E should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata E weights approximately 335 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 2005 Tata E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Tata E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Proton 300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton 300 | 2005 Tata E | |
| Make | Proton | Tata |
| Model | 300 | E |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
