2008 Kia Sedona vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Sedona, 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 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sedona | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Kia | Proton |
| Model | Sedona | Juara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |
