2000 Daewoo Nubira 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 Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Nubira (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Proton Arena. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 155 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.
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, 2000 Daewoo Nubira (144 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Arena. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Nubira | 2003 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Daewoo | Proton |
| Model | Nubira | Arena |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
