2003 Proton Tiara vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 4 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 354 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Tiara | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Proton | Tata |
| Model | Tiara | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
