2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Proton 300
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler 300 and 2004 Proton 300 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 589 kg more than 2004 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 300. (109 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 300. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2004 Proton 300 has manual transmission. 2004 Proton 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Proton |
| Model | 300 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
