2004 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Proton Persona
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1998 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Audi A4 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1998 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Audi | Proton |
| Model | A4 | Persona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
