2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2007 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2007 Lancia Musa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1941 kg more than 2007 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lancia Musa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Musa. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Musa. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2007 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2007 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2007 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Excursion | Musa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 47 L |
