2005 Proton Saloon vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 358 kg more than 2005 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, 2012 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Saloon. 2012 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 2005 Proton Saloon has manual transmission. 2005 Proton Saloon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Saloon | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Proton | Lancia |
| Model | Saloon | Musa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
