2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Musa (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Citroen C 15. 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, 2012 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C 15 | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C 15 | Musa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |
