2007 Proton Arena vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 5 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) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 228 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, 2007 Proton Arena (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Arena | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Proton | Citroen |
| Model | Arena | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| 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 | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
