2005 Proton Tiara vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 294 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 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Tiara. 2007 Toyota Highlander 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. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Tiara | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Tiara | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| 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 | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
