2003 Proton Saloon vs. 2001 Proton 300
To start off, 2003 Proton Saloon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton 300 would be higher. Both 2003 Proton Saloon and 2001 Proton 300 are equipped with a 1,299 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton 300 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2003 Proton Saloon.
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 Proton Saloon (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Saloon | 2001 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Proton | Proton |
| Model | Saloon | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
