2003 Proton Tiara vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 498 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 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Tiara | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tiara | Golf |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
