2002 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Lancia Musa

To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Musa. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Musa weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.

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, 2002 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Musa. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Musa.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford Focus 2011 Lancia Musa
Make Ford Lancia
Model Focus Musa
Year Released 2002 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1986 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 90.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 47 L


 

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