2007 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 2 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 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 171 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, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Focus (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara. 2005 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus 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:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Focus | Juara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 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 |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
