2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2004 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 873 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.
Because 2005 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Proton Juara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Proton |
| Model | 300 | Juara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2400 mm |
