1999 Ford Puma vs. 2004 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2004 Lancia Musa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Ford Puma.
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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Puma. 2004 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Puma | 2004 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Puma | Musa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
