2003 Opel Speedster vs. 2003 Proton Juara
To start off, both 2003 Opel Speedster and 2003 Proton Juara were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton Juara weights approximately 129 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Because 2003 Opel Speedster 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 2003 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Proton Juara, 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 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Juara. 2003 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Speedster | 2003 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Speedster | Juara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
