2004 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2004 Proton Saloon
To start off, both 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2004 Proton Saloon were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Proton Saloon. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2004 Proton Saloon | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Proton |
Model | Lancer | Saloon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |