2005 Kia Sedona vs. 2005 Proton Tiara
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sedona and 2005 Proton Tiara were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1398 kg more than 2005 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 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sedona | 2005 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Kia | Proton |
| Model | Sedona | Tiara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2290 mm |
