2008 Kia Cerato vs. 2004 Proton Juara
To start off, 2008 Kia Cerato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Juara would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cerato (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cerato weights approximately 445 kg more than 2004 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 Kia Cerato (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cerato | 2004 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Kia | Proton |
| Model | Cerato | Juara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
