2007 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Proton Gen
To start off, both 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2007 Proton Gen were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Proton Gen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen. 2007 Proton Gen has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Proton Gen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Proton Gen | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Proton |
Model | Lancer | Gen |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |