2003 Proton Tiara vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 5 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2003 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 598 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Tiara. 2008 Toyota Camry 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. 2008 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Tiara | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Tiara | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
