2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Proton Tiara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Proton Tiara (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Proton Tiara should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Proton Tiara weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. 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 Daihatsu Charade (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Proton |
| Model | Charade | Tiara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 740 kg | 780 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2290 mm |
