2009 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 456 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, 2009 Honda Civic (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2003 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Civic | Tiara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1242 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
