2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2001 Proton Juara
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 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 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 400 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2001 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Proton |
| Model | Eclipse | Juara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2349 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2400 mm |
