2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 2005 Proton Arena
To start off, 2005 Proton Arena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Proton Arena. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Arena. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Premacy | 2005 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | Premacy | Arena |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
