2003 Ford Explorer vs. 2003 Proton Arena
To start off, both 2003 Ford Explorer and 2003 Proton Arena were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2003 Proton Arena. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 874 kg more than 2003 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Proton Arena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer 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, 2003 Ford Explorer (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Arena. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Explorer | 2003 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Explorer | Arena |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2610 mm |
