2011 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Proton Arena
To start off, 2012 Proton Arena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 270 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.
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, 2011 Honda Civic (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Civic | 2012 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Civic | Arena |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4503 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
