2002 Proton Juara vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2002 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Astra weights approximately 380 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, 2010 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Proton Juara | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Proton | Opel |
| Model | Juara | Astra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1094 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |
