2007 Proton Arena vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Proton Arena is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy.
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 Proton Arena (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Arena | 1999 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | Arena | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
