2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2001 Proton Juara
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 810 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, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Juara. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2001 Proton Juara has manual transmission. 2001 Proton Juara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Town & Country | 2001 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Proton |
| Model | Town & Country | Juara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2400 mm |
