2005 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Proton Saloon
To start off, both 2005 BMW 318 and 2005 Proton Saloon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2005 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Proton Saloon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 318 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 318 | 2005 Proton Saloon | |
Make | BMW | Proton |
Model | 318 | Saloon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |