2006 Honda Element vs. 2002 Proton 300
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton 300 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 955 kg more than 2002 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Proton 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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 Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 2002 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Element | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| 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 | 156 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
