2001 Proton Juara vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton Juara would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 695 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 2004 Renault Kangoo 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton Juara | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Juara | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1094 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
