2005 Proton Juara vs. 2007 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2007 Saturn Aura is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Proton Juara would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Aura (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara.
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, 2007 Saturn Aura, 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, 2007 Saturn Aura (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara. 2007 Saturn Aura 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. 2007 Saturn Aura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Juara | 2007 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Proton | Saturn |
| Model | Juara | Aura |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1094 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2860 mm |
