2007 Proton Arena vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2007 Proton Arena and 2007 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1264 kg more than 2007 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan has automatic transmission and 2007 Proton Arena has manual transmission. 2007 Proton Arena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Proton Arena | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
Model | Arena | Multivan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1467 cc | 3187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2299 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |