2004 Proton 300 vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2004 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 834 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 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Proton 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 300. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 300. 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton 300 | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Proton | Subaru |
| Model | 300 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2748 mm |
