2002 Proton Tiara vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 9 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Kuga weights approximately 760 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 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 2011 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Proton Tiara | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Proton | Ford |
Model | Tiara | Kuga |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |