2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2005 Lancia Musa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 72 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Musa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |
