2001 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2010 Lancia Musa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Musa (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Musa weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. 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, 2010 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (133 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Megane | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Renault | Lancia |
| Model | Megane | Musa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
