2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Musa (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio. 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 Lancia Musa (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2004 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Palio | Musa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |