2006 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (74 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Juara weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
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 Renault Clio, 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 Renault Clio (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara. 2005 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Renault | Proton |
| Model | Clio | Juara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2400 mm |
