2006 Toyota Hilux vs. 2012 Proton Arena
To start off, 2012 Proton Arena is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 915 kg more than 2012 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Proton Arena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Hilux | 2012 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Toyota | Proton |
| Model | Hilux | Arena |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
