2004 Proton Tiara vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 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 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 789 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Tiara | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Proton | Volvo |
| Model | Tiara | V70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 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 Weight | 780 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
