2004 Lancia Musa vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 925 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 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lancia Musa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Musa. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Musa | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Musa | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 95 L |
