2005 Nissan Micra 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 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Micra weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 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, 2005 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2007 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Micra | Arena |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
