2000 Ford Puma vs. 2010 Proton Arena
To start off, 2010 Proton Arena is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2010 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 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 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2010 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Puma | Arena |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
