2005 Opel Meriva vs. 2003 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton Juara would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Meriva (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 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 Opel Meriva (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Juara. 2003 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Meriva | 2003 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Meriva | Juara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
