2004 Proton Arena vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Arena (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 201 kg more than 2004 Proton Arena.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Proton Arena | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Proton | Citroen |
Model | Arena | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |