2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2003 Proton Juara
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 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 1,094 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Proton Juara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton Juara (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton Juara should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton Juara weights approximately 261 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 2003 Proton Juara (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Proton Juara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2003 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Proton |
| Model | Charade | Juara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1094 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2400 mm |
