2005 Audi S4 vs. 1996 Proton Persona
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Persona would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1996 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1996 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Persona. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1996 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Audi | Proton |
| Model | S4 | Persona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
