2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2005 Proton 300
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton 300 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 217 kg more than 2005 Proton 300.
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 Fiat Fiorino (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 2005 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Fiorino | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
