2005 Nissan Frontier vs. 2004 Proton Arena
To start off, 2005 Nissan Frontier 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Frontier (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Proton Arena. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 321 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Proton Arena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Arena. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Frontier | 2004 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Frontier | Arena |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
