2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2000 Proton 300
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton 300 would be higher. At 1,597 cc, 2006 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 209 kg more than 2000 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 Ford Bantam (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 2000 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Bantam | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1299 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
