1998 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Proton Satria
To start off, 2009 Proton Satria is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Proton Satria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A4 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2009 Proton Satria.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2009 Proton Satria (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Proton Satria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A4 | 2009 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Audi | Proton |
| Model | A4 | Satria |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
