2003 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Musa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Musa weights approximately 46 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra.
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, 2003 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Astra | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Opel | Lancia |
Model | Astra | Musa |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 47 L |