2009 Proton Arena vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Proton Arena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 474 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Proton Arena | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | Arena | Touran |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| 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 | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
