2004 Lancia Musa vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 2 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte.
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, 2009 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Musa. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Musa | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Musa | Forte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |
