2000 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Musa (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 470 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. 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, 2012 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Ka | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Ka | Musa |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |