2009 Proton Arena vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2009 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1526 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Proton Arena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Arena. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2009 Proton Arena has manual transmission. 2009 Proton Arena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Proton Arena | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Arena | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
