2011 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Proton Arena
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Proton Arena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Proton Arena would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2010 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Proton Arena.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Proton Arena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 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 A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Proton Arena. 2011 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Proton Arena has manual transmission. 2010 Proton Arena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A6 | 2010 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Audi | Proton |
| Model | A6 | Arena |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4934 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1519 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2833 mm | 2610 mm |
