2007 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2001 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 903 kg more than 2001 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Proton Perdana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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, 2007 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2001 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Audi | Proton |
| Model | A8 | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2640 mm |
