2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2000 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2000 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2435 kg more than 2000 Proton Tiara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Proton Tiara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Tiara. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2000 Proton Tiara has manual transmission. 2000 Proton Tiara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2000 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Excursion | Tiara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2290 mm |
