2009 Proton Arena vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Proton Arena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Proton Arena would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Logan weights approximately 245 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, 2010 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Proton Arena | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Proton | Dacia |
Model | Arena | Logan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 17.7 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 | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |