2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2003 Proton 300
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton 300 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Proton 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton 300 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton 300 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 2003 Proton 300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Proton 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2003 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Proton |
| Model | Charade | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
