2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2004 Proton Juara
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Juara would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2004 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 745 kg more than 2004 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Proton Juara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum will offer significantly more control. 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 Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2004 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Dodge | Proton |
| Model | Magnum | Juara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2400 mm |
