2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Proton Arena
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ranger and 2007 Proton Arena were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 870 kg more than 2007 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2007 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Ranger | Arena |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 50 L |
