2009 Proton Arena vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Proton Arena is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 85 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Proton Arena | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Proton | Seat |
| Model | Arena | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
