2002 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2002 Proton 300
To start off, both 2002 Chrysler Concorde and 2002 Proton 300 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Concorde (252 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2002 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 578 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Chrysler Concorde (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton 300. 2002 Chrysler Concorde has automatic transmission and 2002 Proton 300 has manual transmission. 2002 Proton 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chrysler Concorde will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Concorde | 2002 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Proton |
| Model | Concorde | 300 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
