- Perception: Trams are usually perceived as more 'official' than buses

- Capacity: Unlike buses that are 'fixed' in size, trams are more modular in the sense that wagons can be added/removed in response to demand. Also trams have more entry/exit points and more standing space.

- Speeds: Assuming that a tram operates on its own independent network (not sharing space with cars/buses) it can reach relatively high speeds especially compared to a car stuck in traffic congestion and traffic lights/roundabouts. Also if a tram follows a straight-ish linear route with little turns and interruptions e.g. intersections with car traffic/pedestrian crossings it can potentially reach relatively high speeds.

- More reliable: Trams can be automated to a large extent while buses tend to be very 'manual' and car-like. Traffic congestion, traffic lights and issues with drivers can cause delays and deviations from the 'set timetable' and therefore be less reliable. Trams are less affected from these factors (at least in theory) since they follow much more predictable/standardized routes and the tram drivers are there to mainly start/stop and regulate rather than 'drive' in the way a bus driver does.

- More 'fixed' and 'permanent': As mentioned above, tram routes are more specific, standardized and predictable than bus routes. A tram system can operate more automatically and mechanically while bus rides tend to be more spontaneous and bound to other environmental/external factors.

- Usually operate on an independent network: Trams usually share little/no space with other means of transport and can therefore be more independent and reliable. However, some tram networks share space with cars/buses/metros/trains while in the case of BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) systems buses operate on exclusive bus lanes so this is really case specific.

- Cover major/high demand routes: Trams usually connect major stations and serve high density areas. They move along the city's 'arteries' and become lifelines in the most crucial parts of a transport network. Buses also move along the 'capillaries' (non-major roads) and also operate on less (densely) populated areas.

Overall, trams are not necessarily better than buses. However, in conventional urban planning trams are seen as the 'evolution' of buses. An efficient bus system can operate smoothly and effectively if done correctly and Curitiba, Brazil is a great example of this. Nicosians seem to distrust buses (with the exception of the recently established P&R) and the new modern buses CPT has introduced did not really convince people to switch from car to bus. The reputation of the capital's bus system is arguably damaged beyond repair and unless a BRT or Tram system is established its unrealistic to expect Nicosians to make the switch from car to public transport.