2005 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2005 Lancia Musa
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Pacifica and 2005 Lancia Musa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 741 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica (332 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Musa. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | 2005 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Pacifica | Musa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 47 L |
