2004 Proton Arena vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Proton Arena. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 518 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.
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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Arena. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Arena. 2010 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2004 Proton Arena has manual transmission. 2004 Proton Arena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Arena | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Arena | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2819 mm |
