2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2002 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2002 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 915 kg more than 2002 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2002 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Proton |
| Model | 300 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2390 mm |
