2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2007 Proton Arena

To start off, 2007 Proton Arena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Arena.

Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Proton Arena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford F-250 2007 Proton Arena
Make Ford Proton
Model F-250 Arena
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4198 cc 1467 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 177 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 124 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 103 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.8:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 6250 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 2060 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 2040 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 3970 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 114 L 50 L


 

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