2005 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Proton Arena
To start off, 2007 Proton Arena is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2007 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Aceca weights approximately 475 kg more than 2007 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Proton Arena, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 2007 Proton Arena | |
| Make | AC | Proton |
| Model | Aceca | Arena |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
