2004 Lancia Musa vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (124 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 100 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.
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, 2004 Lancia Musa (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Musa | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Musa | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |
