2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Lancia Musa
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 50 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 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Xsara | Musa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 15.4 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 | 1325 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |