2004 Proton Saloon vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2004 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 895 kg more than 2004 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Saloon. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2004 Proton Saloon has manual transmission. 2004 Proton Saloon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Proton Saloon | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Proton | BMW |
Model | Saloon | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2968 mm |