2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2001 Proton Juara
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton Juara would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (151 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Juara.
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, 2006 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2001 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Dodge | Proton |
| Model | Caravan | Juara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2400 mm |
