2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2009 Proton Arena
To start off, 2009 Proton Arena is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mini Cooper would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 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 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2009 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Mini | Proton |
| Model | Cooper | Arena |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
