1998 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2004 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2004 Lancia Musa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Ulysse (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 102 kg more than 2004 Lancia Musa. 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 Lancia Musa (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Ulysse | 2004 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Ulysse | Musa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
