2001 Proton Tiara vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (200 HP) has 141 more horse power than 2001 Proton Tiara. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1375 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 Volvo XC90 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Proton Tiara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo XC90 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton Tiara | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Proton | Volvo |
| Model | Tiara | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
