2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 3 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Proton Juara.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Proton |
| Model | SLK | Juara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |
