1997 Proton Tiara vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 650 kg more than 1997 Proton Tiara. 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Proton Tiara | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Tiara | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
