2002 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2000 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 2 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 690 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.
Because 2002 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Proton Tiara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet S-10 | 2000 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
| Model | S-10 | Tiara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2290 mm |
