2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2002 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 1 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 1,150 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 175 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, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Kalos | 2002 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Daewoo | Proton |
| Model | Kalos | Tiara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
