2001 Proton Juara vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2001 Proton Juara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2001 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 475 kg more than 2001 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Proton Juara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Juara. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 2001 Proton Juara has manual transmission. 2001 Proton Juara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton Juara | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Juara | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1094 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2740 mm |
