2012 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2000 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 975 kg more than 2000 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana, 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Proton |
Model | CL | Perdana |
Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5095 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2954 mm | 2640 mm |