2002 Proton Tiara vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Toyota Prius is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Prius (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Prius weights approximately 522 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, 2006 Toyota Prius (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Tiara. 2006 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2002 Proton Tiara has manual transmission. 2002 Proton Tiara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Proton Tiara | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Tiara | Prius |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
