2004 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2004 Lancia Musa
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2004 Lancia Musa were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (187 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 880 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.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lancia Musa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Musa. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2004 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lancia |
| Model | ML | Musa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 47 L |
