2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2004 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1089 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Juara. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Juara. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
| Model | Silverado | Juara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2400 mm |
