2002 Proton Tiara vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2002 Proton Tiara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 470 kg more than 2002 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Proton Tiara | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Tiara | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
