2012 Audi S5 vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2000 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2000 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Proton Perdana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana. 2000 Proton Perdana has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Proton Perdana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi S5 | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Audi | Proton |
| Model | S5 | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2640 mm |
