2003 Proton Tiara vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 2 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 792 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Proton Tiara | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
Model | Tiara | Touran |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |