2009 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 Proton Arena
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Proton Arena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Proton Arena would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 222 kg more than 2007 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Proton Arena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 HR-V (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 2007 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | HR-V | Arena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
