2009 Proton Arena vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Proton Arena is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Proton Arena.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Proton Arena | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
Model | Arena | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 17 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |