2009 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 4 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Juara weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Ford Bantam.
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, 2009 Ford Bantam, 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, 2009 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Bantam | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Bantam | Juara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
