2004 Kia Visto 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 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Visto would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Musa (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Musa weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Kia Visto. 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 (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Visto | 2005 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Visto | Musa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
