2003 Proton Tiara vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 9 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2003 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe weights approximately 439 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Proton Tiara | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
Make | Proton | Mini |
Model | Tiara | Cooper Coupe |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2466 mm |