2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Lancia Musa
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Lancia Musa were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Audi A3 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Musa. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Musa.
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2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | A3 | Musa |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |