2004 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Proton Arena
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton Arena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton Arena 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 100 more horse power than 2003 Proton Arena. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2003 Proton Arena. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Arena. (126 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2003 Proton Arena | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | 325 | Arena |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
