2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Proton Juara
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 464 kg more than 2001 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 2001 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | C5 | Juara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
