2007 Lexus GS vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 681 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Lexus GS (433 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara. 2007 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2005 Proton Juara has manual transmission. 2005 Proton Juara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus GS | 2005 Proton Juara | |
Make | Lexus | Proton |
Model | GS | Juara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1094 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |