2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2004 Proton Arena
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Arena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Arena would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Proton Arena. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 521 kg more than 2004 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, 2009 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Arena. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 2004 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | FR-V | Arena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
