2003 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Proton Arena
To start off, 2004 Proton Arena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Arena (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Proton Arena (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 2004 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Focus | Arena |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 1190 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
