2012 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Proton Arena
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz S and 2012 Proton Arena were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2012 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2012 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Proton Arena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Arena. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2012 Proton Arena has manual transmission. 2012 Proton Arena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Proton |
| Model | S | Arena |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
