2004 Proton 300 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2004 Proton 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2004 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 235 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.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Proton 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 300. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton 300 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Proton | Subaru |
| Model | 300 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
