2006 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Proton 300
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton 300 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Proton 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 300. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2000 Proton 300 has manual transmission. 2000 Proton 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2000 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Accord | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
