2011 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Proton Juara
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton Juara would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 196 kg more than 2003 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Juara. 2003 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Civic | 2003 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Civic | Juara |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1201 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4503 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |
