2005 Holden Caprice vs. 2008 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 3 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa.
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, 2008 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 (446 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 Lancia Musa. 2005 Holden Caprice has automatic transmission and 2008 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2008 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Caprice | 2008 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Caprice | Musa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
