2003 Proton 300 vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, both 2003 Proton 300 and 2003 Toyota Echo were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Echo (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton 300 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo.
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, 2003 Toyota Echo (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 300. 2003 Toyota Echo 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 Toyota Echo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Proton 300 | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Proton | Toyota |
Model | 300 | Echo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |