2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Proton Gen
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Gen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Gen (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Gen should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2007 Proton Gen (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Gen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Proton Gen | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Proton |
| Model | Lancer | Gen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
