2008 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2008 Proton Arena
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu YRV and 2008 Proton Arena were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Proton Arena weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu YRV.
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, 2008 Proton Arena (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu YRV | 2008 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Proton |
| Model | YRV | Arena |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
