2010 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Proton Arena
To start off, 2012 Proton Arena is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2012 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2012 Proton Arena. 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A4 | 2012 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Audi | Proton |
| Model | A4 | Arena |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1826 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
