2007 Proton Arena vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1597 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 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Arena | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Proton | Land Rover |
| Model | Arena | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.9 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 | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
