2007 Proton Arena vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Proton Arena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Proton Arena would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 862 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.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Arena | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Proton | SsangYong |
| Model | Arena | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
