2005 Proton Juara vs. 2004 Ford Laser
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Laser weights approximately 110 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, 2004 Ford Laser, 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, 2004 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Juara | 2004 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Proton | Ford |
| Model | Juara | Laser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1094 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |
