2001 Proton Juara vs. 2008 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 607 is newer by 7 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 607 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 720 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.
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, 2008 Peugeot 607 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton Juara | 2008 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Proton | Peugeot |
| Model | Juara | 607 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1094 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |
