2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2001 Proton Juara
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton Juara weights approximately 99 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Proton Juara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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 Daihatsu Sirion (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2001 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Proton |
| Model | Sirion | Juara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |
