2006 Nissan Altima vs. 1996 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1996 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 689 kg more than 1996 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 Nissan Altima (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Altima | 1996 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Altima | Tiara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2290 mm |
