2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Proton Juara would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 567 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Proton Juara | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Proton |
Model | E | Juara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1094 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |