1998 Proton Tiara vs. 2003 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2003 Saturn Vue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saturn Vue weights approximately 660 kg more than 1998 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, 2003 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Proton Tiara | 2003 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Proton | Saturn |
| Model | Tiara | Vue |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
