2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2005 Proton 400
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo and 2005 Proton 400 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 435 kg more than 2005 Proton 400. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2005 Proton 400 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Proton |
Model | Vaneo | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |