2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Proton Gen-2
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Proton Gen-2 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Proton Gen-2 | |
Make | BMW | Proton |
Model | X3 | Gen-2 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |