2004 Lancia Musa vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Fox 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Musa (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 297 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. 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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Musa | 2006 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Musa | Fox |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
