1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (403 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2005 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara. 2005 Proton Juara has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 has manual transmission. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Proton Juara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Proton |
| Model | C 112 | Juara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
