2009 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Proton Saloon 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 146 more horse power than 2005 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 916 kg more than 2005 Proton Saloon. 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 2005 Proton Saloon. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 2005 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | X3 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2390 mm |
