2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2001 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1113 kg more than 2001 Proton Tiara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Proton Tiara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Tiara. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2001 Proton Tiara has manual transmission. 2001 Proton Tiara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2001 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Hyundai | Proton |
| Model | Santa Fe | Tiara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
