2005 Proton Juara vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 7 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 83 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Juara | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | Juara | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1094 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
