2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2003 Proton 300
To start off, both 2003 Ford Excursion and 2003 Proton 300 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2003 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2175 kg more than 2003 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Proton 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 300. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2003 Proton 300 has manual transmission. 2003 Proton 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 2003 Proton 300 | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | Excursion | 300 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2450 mm |