2000 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1998 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 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, 2000 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1998 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Audi | Proton |
| Model | A6 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
