2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2003 Proton Juara
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 1 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 2003 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 93 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.
Because 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Juara.
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2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2003 Proton Juara | |
Make | Nissan | Proton |
Model | R 390 GT1 | Juara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |