2007 Proton Arena vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo 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 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indigo weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 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, 2011 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Arena | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Proton | Tata |
| Model | Arena | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
