2000 Marcos Mantara vs. 2008 Proton Arena
To start off, 2008 Proton Arena is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Proton Arena weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Marcos Mantara | 2008 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Marcos | Proton |
| Model | Mantara | Arena |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1720 mm |
