1992 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2009 Proton Arena
To start off, 2009 Proton Arena is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 525 kg more than 2009 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Proton Arena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1992 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jeep Cherokee | 2009 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Jeep | Proton |
| Model | Cherokee | Arena |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
