2004 Lancia Musa vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 687 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Musa. (129 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Musa | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Musa | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 85 L |
