2002 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Highlander (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Musa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 449 kg more than 2011 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lancia Musa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Musa. 2002 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2011 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2011 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Highlander | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Toyota | Lancia |
| Model | Highlander | Musa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 47 L |
