2003 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2001 Proton Juara
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton Juara would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 21 kg more than 2001 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Proton Juara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Suzuki Jimny | 2001 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Proton |
| Model | Jimny | Juara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
