2003 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Musa weights approximately 193 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2011 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Toyota | Lancia |
| Model | Corolla | Musa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
