2004 Proton Arena vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Arena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Arena would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (105 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Proton Arena. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 342 kg more than 2004 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Proton Arena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Arena. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Arena | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Proton | Suzuki |
| Model | Arena | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
