2009 Honda Fit vs. 2005 Proton 300
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 423 kg more than 2005 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, 2009 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 2005 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Fit | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
