2002 Ford Fiesta vs. 2002 Proton 300
To start off, both 2002 Ford Fiesta 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 80 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 Ford Fiesta (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Fiesta | 2002 Proton 300 | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | Fiesta | 300 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |