2002 Proton Juara vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton Juara would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 309 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.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Proton Juara | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
Model | Juara | Polo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1094 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |