2003 Proton Tiara vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2003 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 846 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Tiara | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Proton | Ford |
| Model | Tiara | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
