2003 Proton 400 vs. 2003 Proton Tiara

To start off, both 2003 Proton 400 and 2003 Proton Tiara were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton 400 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2003 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 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Tiara.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Proton 400 2003 Proton Tiara
Make Proton Proton
Model 400 Tiara
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1299 cc 1124 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 108 Nm 90 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 786 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 3530 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2290 mm


 

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