2004 Lancia Musa vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 7 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 335 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma.
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, 2011 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Musa. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Musa | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Musa | Croma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |
