2004 Peugeot 106 vs. 2004 Proton Arena
To start off, both 2004 Peugeot 106 and 2004 Proton Arena were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Arena (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Proton Arena weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 106. 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 Proton Arena (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Peugeot 106 | 2004 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Peugeot | Proton |
| Model | 106 | Arena |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1122 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
