2009 BMW 745 vs. 2004 Proton Juara
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Juara would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2004 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 980 kg more than 2004 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 745 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 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Juara. 2009 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2004 Proton Juara has manual transmission. 2004 Proton Juara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 2004 Proton Juara | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | 745 | Juara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 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 | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2400 mm |
