2008 Proton Arena vs. 2008 Saleen S7
To start off, both 2008 Proton Arena and 2008 Saleen S7 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saleen S7 weights approximately 212 kg more than 2008 Proton Arena.
Because 2008 Saleen S7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Saleen S7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Proton Arena, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 825 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Proton Arena | 2008 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Proton | Saleen |
| Model | Arena | S7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 750 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2692 mm |
