2007 Volvo V70 vs. 2003 Proton Juara
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton Juara would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 564 kg more than 2003 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 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Juara. 2003 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo V70 | 2003 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Volvo | Proton |
| Model | V70 | Juara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
