2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Proton Juara
To start off, 2004 Proton Juara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Juara (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Juara should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2004 Proton Juara.
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, 2003 Citroen C3 (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Juara. 2004 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2004 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | C3 | Juara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
