2004 Proton 300 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton 300 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 465 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.
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, 2006 Volvo S40 (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 300. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton 300 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Proton | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
