2005 Proton Juara vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 69 kg more than 2005 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Proton Juara 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 Proton Juara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2001 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara. 2001 Skoda Fabia has automatic transmission and 2005 Proton Juara has manual transmission. 2005 Proton Juara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Skoda Fabia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Juara | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Proton | Skoda |
| Model | Juara | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1094 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
