2003 Proton Tiara vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2003 Proton Tiara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2003 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 974 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.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Proton Tiara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Tiara. 2001 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2003 Proton Tiara has manual transmission. 2003 Proton Tiara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Tiara | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Tiara | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
