2005 Holden Caprice vs. 2006 Lancia Musa

To start off, 2006 Lancia Musa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Caprice would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (362 HP) has 268 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Musa. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Caprice weights approximately 661 kg more than 2006 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Holden Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Holden Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Musa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Caprice (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Musa.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Holden Caprice 2006 Lancia Musa
Make Holden Lancia
Model Caprice Musa
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6000 cc 1368 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 362 HP 94 HP
Torque 530 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1891 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 5160 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1899 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 3009 mm 2510 mm


 

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