2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 134 kg more than 2005 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara. 2005 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2005 Proton Juara | |
Make | Mazda | Proton |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Juara |
Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1094 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1139 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3995 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2329 mm | 2400 mm |