2007 Proton Gen vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Proton Gen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Proton Gen would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Proton Gen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Proton Gen | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Proton | Audi |
Model | Gen | A8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |