2004 Lancia Musa vs. 2010 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 6 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 155 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.
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 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Musa | 2010 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Brilliance |
| Model | Musa | BS4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 74 L |
