2002 Proton Tiara vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 10 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2002 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 890 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, 2012 Audi A6 (349 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Proton Tiara | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Proton | Audi |
| Model | Tiara | A6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2911 mm |
