1997 Proton Tiara vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 10 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 314 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Avanza (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Proton Tiara | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Tiara | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
