2009 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Proton Juara
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 8 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2001 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton Juara weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
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, 2009 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2001 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Audi | Proton |
| Model | A3 | Juara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
