2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2004 Proton Juara
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 5 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 840 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.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Proton Juara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2004 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
| Model | Captiva | Juara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
