2008 Proton Arena vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 285 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Proton Arena | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | Arena | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
