2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2000 Proton 400
To start off, both 2000 Mercedes-Benz C and 2000 Proton 400 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 500 kg more than 2000 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Proton 400, 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 400. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 400. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2000 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 2000 Proton 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 2000 Proton 400 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Proton |
Model | C | 400 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |