2004 Proton Arena vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 8 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Proton Arena. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 600 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Arena. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Arena. 2012 Buick Regal 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. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Proton Arena | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Proton | Buick |
Model | Arena | Regal |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2738 mm |