2011 Proton Savvy vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, both 2011 Proton Savvy and 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK (268 HP) has 194 more horse power than 2011 Proton Savvy. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 2011 Proton Savvy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 905 kg more than 2011 Proton Savvy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Proton Savvy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Proton Savvy. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Proton Savvy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Proton Savvy | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Proton | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Savvy | GLK |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1887 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2756 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
