2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 2004 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2004 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 573 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.
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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Juara. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Maxima | 2004 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Maxima | Juara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
