2012 Nissan NV vs. 2002 Proton Juara
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 10 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2002 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1673 kg more than 2002 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan NV 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 2012 Nissan NV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan NV | 2002 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | NV | Juara |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6111 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2131 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3711 mm | 2400 mm |
