2005 Mazda Premacy vs. 2004 Proton Arena
To start off, 2005 Mazda Premacy is newer by 1 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 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Premacy (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Proton Arena. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 170 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, 2005 Mazda Premacy (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Arena. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Premacy | 2004 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | Premacy | Arena |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1833 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
