2004 Mercury Montego vs. 2009 Proton Arena
To start off, 2009 Proton Arena is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 620 kg more than 2009 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 Mercury Montego (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Arena. 2004 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 2009 Proton Arena has manual transmission. 2009 Proton Arena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Montego | 2009 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Mercury | Proton |
| Model | Montego | Arena |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
