2003 Fiat Palio 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 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 15 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 Fiat Palio, 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 Fiat Palio (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2005 Proton Juara | |
Make | Fiat | Proton |
Model | Palio | Juara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1094 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2400 mm |