2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1998 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1998 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1827 kg more than 1998 Proton Tiara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Proton Tiara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Tiara. 2009 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1998 Proton Tiara has manual transmission. 1998 Proton Tiara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1998 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | GMC | Proton |
| Model | Acadia | Tiara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
