2003 Proton 300 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton 300 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2003 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 300.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton 300 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2578 mm |
