2002 Proton Tiara vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2002 Proton Tiara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Ignis (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 276 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.
Because 2001 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Proton Tiara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2001 Suzuki Ignis (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Proton Tiara | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Proton | Suzuki |
| Model | Tiara | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
