2002 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 685 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.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Proton Arena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Frontera | 2007 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Frontera | Arena |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
