2004 Lancia Musa vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Saturn Vue.
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 Saturn Vue (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Musa. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Musa. 2009 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2004 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2004 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Musa | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Lancia | Saturn |
| Model | Musa | Vue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
