2000 BMW X5 vs. 1998 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1998 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1998 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 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, 2000 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1998 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | X5 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
