2009 Audi R8 vs. 2001 Proton 400
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton 400 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 2001 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2001 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Proton 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2001 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Proton |
| Model | R8 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
