2004 Lancia Musa vs. 1998 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2004 Lancia Musa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Sunfire.
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, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Musa. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lancia Musa | 1998 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
Model | Musa | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |