2001 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1998 Proton Perdana. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1998 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Proton Perdana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1998 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Audi | Proton |
| Model | A6 | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
