2001 Mercury Sable vs. 2005 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2005 Proton Tiara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 785 kg more than 2005 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, 2001 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Tiara. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2005 Proton Tiara has manual transmission. 2005 Proton Tiara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Sable | 2005 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Mercury | Proton |
| Model | Sable | Tiara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
