2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 441 kg more than 2005 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Proton Juara 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 2005 Proton Juara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara. 2005 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Proton Juara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Proton |
Model | GTV | Juara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1094 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2400 mm |