1998 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Proton Perdana

To start off, both 1998 Audi A6 and 1998 Proton Perdana were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Proton Perdana. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Perdana.

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, 1998 Audi A6 (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Perdana.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Audi A6 1998 Proton Perdana
Make Audi Proton
Model A6 Perdana
Year Released 1998 1998
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2459 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2640 mm


 

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