2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Proton Arena
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Proton Arena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Proton Arena would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Proton Arena. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 468 kg more than 2005 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Proton Arena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Arena. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2005 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | CR-V | Arena |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1533 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
