2004 Proton Tiara vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, both 2004 Proton Tiara and 2004 Suzuki Vitara were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,248 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 590 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.
Because 2004 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Proton Tiara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (220 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Tiara | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Proton | Suzuki |
| Model | Tiara | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
