2004 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2004 Lancia Musa
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz V 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 770 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 Mercedes-Benz V (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Musa. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Musa. 2004 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 2004 Mercedes-Benz V has manual transmission. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz V | 2004 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lancia |
| Model | V | Musa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
