2001 Proton Tiara vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (173 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1494 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton Tiara | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tiara | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
