1999 Proton Tiara vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 560 kg more than 1999 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 Toyota Avensis (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Tiara. 2003 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1999 Proton Tiara has manual transmission. 1999 Proton Tiara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Proton Tiara | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Tiara | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
