2009 Proton Savvy vs. 2009 Proton Arena
To start off, both 2009 Proton Savvy and 2009 Proton Arena were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Proton Arena (86 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Proton Savvy. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Savvy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Proton Arena weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Proton Savvy. 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, 2009 Proton Arena (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Savvy. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Savvy. 2009 Proton Savvy 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. 2009 Proton Savvy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Proton Savvy | 2009 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Proton | Proton |
| Model | Savvy | Arena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
