2007 Proton Arena vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2007 Proton Arena is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Proton Arena.
Because 2004 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2004 Suzuki Samurai 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 Proton Arena (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Proton Arena | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Proton | Suzuki |
Model | Arena | Samurai |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |