2003 Proton Tiara vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 953 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, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Tiara. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan 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. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Tiara | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tiara | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
