2009 Nissan Micra 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 Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2010 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Proton Arena weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Nissan Micra.
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 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Micra | 2010 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Micra | Arena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
