2004 Lancia Musa vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, both 2004 Lancia Musa and 2004 Cadillac CTS were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Musa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lancia Musa (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS. 2004 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2004 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2004 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Musa | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Lancia | Cadillac |
| Model | Musa | CTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
