2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2003 Proton 300
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 863 kg more than 2003 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Proton 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2003 Proton 300 | |
Make | Hyundai | Proton |
Model | Santa Fe | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |