2005 Proton Tiara vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 6 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 605 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 2011 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Proton Tiara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Tiara | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Proton | BMW |
| Model | Tiara | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
