2002 Ford Puma vs. 2007 Proton Arena
To start off, 2007 Proton Arena is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Puma (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Arena.
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, 2002 Ford Puma (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Puma | 2007 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Puma | Arena |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
