2004 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2004 Proton Impian
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz S and 2004 Proton Impian were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 2004 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 745 kg more than 2004 Proton Impian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Proton Impian, 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | 2004 Proton Impian | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Proton |
| Model | S | Impian |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2610 mm |
