2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2001 Proton Juara
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 324 kg more than 2001 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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 2009 Pontiac Solstice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Proton Juara, 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 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Solstice | 2001 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Pontiac | Proton |
| Model | Solstice | Juara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2400 mm |
