2005 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 1 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 630 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, 2005 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2004 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Audi | Proton |
| Model | A3 | Tiara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
