1997 Proton Tiara vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 9 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 384 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Proton Tiara | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tiara | Polo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
