2008 Proton Arena vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Proton Arena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Proton Arena would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 737 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Proton Arena | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Proton | SsangYong |
| Model | Arena | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
