1998 Proton Tiara vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1998 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 847 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Proton Tiara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Proton Tiara | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Proton | Subaru |
Model | Tiara | Forester |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |