2004 Proton Juara vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 5 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 805 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, 2009 Renault Clio (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Juara | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Juara | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1094 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
