2000 Holden Zafira vs. 2007 Proton Arena
To start off, 2007 Proton Arena is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 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 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Zafira | 2007 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Holden | Proton |
| Model | Zafira | Arena |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
