2003 Proton Juara vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton Juara would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Juara | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Proton | Citroen |
| Model | Juara | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1094 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
