2009 BMW X3 vs. 2002 Proton Juara
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2002 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 831 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 X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Proton Juara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 2002 Proton Juara | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | X3 | Juara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2400 mm |
