2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 315 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, 2006 Ford Focus, 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, 2006 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2005 Proton Juara | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | Focus | Juara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1094 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2400 mm |