2002 Ford Ranger vs. 2003 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2003 Proton Tiara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ranger weights approximately 934 kg more than 2003 Proton Tiara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Proton Tiara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger (207 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ranger | 2003 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Ranger | Tiara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2290 mm |
