2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 Proton Juara
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 102 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.
Because 2008 Ford Ranger 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 2008 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Proton Juara, 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 Ford Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 2001 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Ranger | Juara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2400 mm |
