2009 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Proton Juara
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton Juara would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2002 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2002 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Juara. 2002 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2002 Proton Juara | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | M3 | Juara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
