2000 Proton Tiara vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 10 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 595 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton Tiara | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Proton | Ford |
| Model | Tiara | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 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 | 780 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2648 mm |
