1999 Mazda Demio vs. 2003 Proton Juara
To start off, 2003 Proton Juara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Demio (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton Juara weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Mazda Demio.
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, 1999 Mazda Demio (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Demio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda Demio | 2003 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | Demio | Juara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2400 mm |
