2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Proton Gen
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Proton Gen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Proton Gen | |
Make | BMW | Proton |
Model | X3 | Gen |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 40 L |