2003 Proton Arena vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Proton Arena. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 392 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 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Arena. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Arena | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | Arena | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
