2002 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Proton Juara
To start off, both 2002 AC Cobra and 2002 Proton Juara were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2002 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Cobra weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Proton Juara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Juara. 2002 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 2002 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2002 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Cobra | 2002 Proton Juara | |
Make | AC | Proton |
Model | Cobra | Juara |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1094 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2400 mm |