2009 Nissan Sentra vs. 2009 Proton Arena
To start off, both 2009 Nissan Sentra and 2009 Proton Arena were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 407 kg more than 2009 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 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Sentra | 2009 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Sentra | Arena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
