2008 Proton Arena vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Proton Arena is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Proton Arena | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Arena | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
