2009 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Proton Arena
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 109 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Proton Arena (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 2007 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Kia | Proton |
| Model | Rio | Arena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
