2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Proton Juara
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton Juara would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2002 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Proton Juara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2002 Proton Juara | |
Make | Kia | Proton |
Model | Sorento | Juara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | 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 | 262 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2400 mm |