2004 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Proton Persona
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Persona would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1998 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Persona. (110 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1998 Proton Persona | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | 325 | Persona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
