2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2002 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton Juara would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2002 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1247 kg more than 2002 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Juara. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2002 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Dodge | Proton |
| Model | Durango | Juara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2400 mm |
