2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Musa. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 102 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2012 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Xsara | Musa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |