2007 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2007 Proton Arena
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Matrix 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 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Proton Arena.
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, 2007 Hyundai Matrix (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Matrix | 2007 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Hyundai | Proton |
| Model | Matrix | Arena |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
