2008 Acura TL vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 3 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara.
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, 2008 Acura TL, 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, 2008 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Acura | Proton |
| Model | TL | Juara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2400 mm |
