2001 Proton Juara vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 11 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 499 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton Juara | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Proton | Citroen |
| Model | Juara | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1094 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
