1996 Kia Avella vs. 2002 Proton Juara
To start off, 2002 Proton Juara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Proton Juara weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2002 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Kia | Proton |
| Model | Avella | Juara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2400 mm |
