2010 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Proton Arena
To start off, 2012 Proton Arena is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2012 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1367 kg more than 2012 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Proton Arena, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Arena. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2012 Proton Arena has manual transmission. 2012 Proton Arena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Savana | 2012 Proton Arena | |
| Make | GMC | Proton |
| Model | Savana | Arena |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
