2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Proton Gen
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 and 2007 Proton Gen were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 2007 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Proton Gen, 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, 2007 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2007 Proton Gen | |
Make | BMW | Proton |
Model | 320 | Gen |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |