2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2009 Proton Arena
To start off, 2009 Proton Arena is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 748 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Proton Arena (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 2009 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Siena | Arena |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
