2005 Proton Tiara 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 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Proton Arena weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Proton Tiara. 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, 2007 Proton Arena (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Tiara | 2007 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Proton | Proton |
| Model | Tiara | Arena |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 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 | 780 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
