2002 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Proton 300
To start off, 2004 Proton 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 955 kg more than 2004 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Proton 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 300. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 300. 2002 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2004 Proton 300 has manual transmission. 2004 Proton 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sorento | 2004 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Kia | Proton |
| Model | Sorento | 300 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
