2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2002 Proton 300
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 7 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 579 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 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2002 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Jeep | Proton |
| Model | Compass | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
