2003 Proton Saloon vs. 2002 Proton Juara
To start off, 2003 Proton Saloon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton Juara would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Proton Juara weights approximately 85 kg more than 2003 Proton Saloon.
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 Proton Saloon (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Saloon | 2002 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Proton | Proton |
| Model | Saloon | Juara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2400 mm |
