2001 Proton 300 vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2001 Proton 300 and 2001 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton 300 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour.
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 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Proton 300 | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Proton | Smart |
Model | 300 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |