2004 Proton Tiara vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Tiara | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tiara | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
