2004 Proton Juara vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Juara would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2004 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 790 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Juara. 2006 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2004 Proton Juara has manual transmission. 2004 Proton Juara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Juara | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Juara | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1094 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2850 mm |
