2009 BMW 120 vs. 2001 Proton Juara
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton Juara would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2001 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 120 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 2009 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2009 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Juara. 2001 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2001 Proton Juara | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | 120 | Juara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
