2009 Proton Arena vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Proton Arena is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Proton Arena weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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 Proton Arena (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Proton Arena | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
Model | Arena | Citi |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.3 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 | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |