2003 Proton 300 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2003 Proton 300 and 2003 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2003 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 425 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 300. 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Proton 300 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Proton | Subaru |
Model | 300 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |