2005 Proton Tiara vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Liana (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 435 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 2006 Suzuki Liana 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, 2006 Suzuki Liana 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, 2006 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Tiara | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Proton | Suzuki |
| Model | Tiara | Liana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
