2003 Proton Tiara vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Proton Tiara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Clio (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Clio weights approximately 94 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, 1998 Renault Clio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Tiara | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Tiara | Clio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
