2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2003 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 234 kg more than 2003 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2003 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Corsa | Tiara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
