2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2002 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 2,614 cc, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2002 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 385 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 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8. 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 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2002 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | RX-8 | Juara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
