2005 Proton Tiara vs. 2003 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Proton Tiara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 790 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.
Because 2003 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Proton Tiara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mark II 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, 2003 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Tiara. 2003 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 2005 Proton Tiara has manual transmission. 2005 Proton Tiara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Tiara | 2003 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Tiara | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
