2004 Ford Ka vs. 2004 Proton Tiara
To start off, both 2004 Ford Ka and 2004 Proton Tiara were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ka weights approximately 182 kg more than 2004 Proton Tiara.
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, 2004 Ford Ka (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ka | 2004 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Ka | Tiara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
