2009 Proton Arena vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2009 Proton Arena and 2009 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Megane should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Proton Arena | 2009 Renault Megane | |
Make | Proton | Renault |
Model | Arena | Megane |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |