2007 Proton Arena vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 765 kg more than 2007 Proton Arena.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo 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 Sumo | |
| Make | Proton | Tata |
| Model | Arena | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2425 mm |
