2009 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Perdana.
Because 2009 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Proton Perdana, 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 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2004 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | 325 | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
