2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2004 Proton Tiara
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 600 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2004 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Proton |
| Model | Vaneo | Tiara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2290 mm |
