2001 Opel Meriva vs. 2004 Proton Juara
To start off, 2004 Proton Juara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Meriva (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Meriva (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Meriva | 2004 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Meriva | Juara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
