2003 Opel Omega vs. 2003 Proton Arena
To start off, both 2003 Opel Omega 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Proton Arena. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 600 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 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Proton Arena, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Arena. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Omega | 2003 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Omega | Arena |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
