2008 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Proton Arena
To start off, 2012 Proton Arena is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,667 cc, 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 215 kg more than 2012 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Civic (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Arena. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2012 Proton Arena has manual transmission. 2012 Proton Arena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2012 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Civic | Arena |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1468 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
