2004 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Proton 300
To start off, both 2004 BMW X5 and 2004 Proton 300 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2004 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2004 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Proton 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton 300. (109 Nm). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2004 Proton 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | X5 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
