2005 Proton Tiara vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2005 Proton Tiara and 2005 Saturn ION were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (205 HP) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Proton Tiara. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn ION weights approximately 550 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 Saturn ION (271 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Proton Tiara | 2005 Saturn ION | |
Make | Proton | Saturn |
Model | Tiara | ION |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 205 HP |
Torque | 90 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |