2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Proton Juara
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton Juara weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Proton Juara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2003 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Panda | Juara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |
