2001 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Juara (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Juara should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Juara weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Proton Juara 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 2005 Proton Juara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Duna, 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, 2001 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Duna | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Duna | Juara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |
