2005 Marcos TS vs. 1998 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1998 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TS weights approximately 289 kg more than 1998 Proton Tiara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Marcos TS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Marcos TS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Proton Tiara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TS | 1998 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Marcos | Proton |
| Model | TS | Tiara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2290 mm |
