2007 BMW 545 vs. 2003 Proton Juara
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton Juara would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2003 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2003 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 545 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 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Proton Juara, 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 545 | 2003 Proton Juara | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | 545 | Juara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |
