2004 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 415 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, 2004 Audi A3, 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, 2004 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Audi | Proton |
| Model | A3 | Juara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
