2000 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Proton Arena
To start off, 2011 Proton Arena is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 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 Honda Civic (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2011 Proton Arena | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | Civic | Arena |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
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 | 1050 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |