2005 Proton 300 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Proton 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Proton 300 would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton 300 | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 | Citi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
