2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2001 Proton 300
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 3 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. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 282 kg more than 2001 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 2001 Proton 300 | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | Transit Connect | 300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |