2005 Acura CL vs. 2001 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton Juara would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 575 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Juara. 2005 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2001 Proton Juara has manual transmission. 2001 Proton Juara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 2001 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Acura | Proton |
| Model | CL | Juara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |
