2009 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Proton Arena
To start off, both 2009 Opel Astra 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Astra weights approximately 590 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 Opel Astra (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Opel Astra | 2009 Proton Arena | |
Make | Opel | Proton |
Model | Astra | Arena |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 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 | 1625 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |