2005 Proton Tiara vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (194 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 555 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, 2006 Renault Clio (215 Nm @ 5550 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Tiara | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Tiara | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
