2000 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2003 Proton Arena
To start off, 2003 Proton Arena is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Proton Arena. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 480 kg more than 2003 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Proton Arena, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Arena. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Arena. 2000 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 2003 Proton Arena has manual transmission. 2003 Proton Arena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Chairman | 2003 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Daewoo | Proton |
| Model | Chairman | Arena |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
