2003 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Musa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 164 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.
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 Toyota Avensis (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Avensis | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Toyota | Lancia |
| Model | Avensis | Musa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
