2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 2002 Proton Juara
To start off, 2002 Proton Juara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Fiesta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Proton Juara weights approximately 29 kg more than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2001 Ford Fiesta (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Juara. 2002 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Fiesta | 2002 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Fiesta | Juara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
