2001 Proton 300 vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2001 Proton 300 and 2001 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 422 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 300. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2001 Proton 300 has manual transmission. 2001 Proton 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Proton 300 | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Proton | Toyota |
Model | 300 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |