2003 Proton Arena vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton Arena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton Arena would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Proton Arena. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 355 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Arena. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Arena | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Arena | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
