2000 Proton Tiara vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 380 kg more than 2000 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 Volkswagen Golf (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Proton Tiara | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
Model | Tiara | Golf |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |