2001 Proton Tiara vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 11 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2001 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 670 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.
Because 2012 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Proton Tiara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Proton Tiara | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Proton | BMW |
Model | Tiara | 120 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |