2008 Lancia Musa vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Proton Juara would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lancia Musa (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Proton Juara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Proton Juara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Musa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Lancia Musa (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Lancia | Proton |
| Model | Musa | Juara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
