2004 Proton Juara vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 6 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo weights approximately 141 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Juara | 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
| Make | Proton | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Juara | MiTo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1094 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
