2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Proton Juara
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2002 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Proton Juara weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer 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, 2009 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2002 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Explorer | Juara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |
