2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2010 Proton Arena
To start off, 2010 Proton Arena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2010 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2010 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 193 kg more than 2010 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Proton Arena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 2010 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Frontier | Arena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
