2005 Lancia Musa vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Lancia Musa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 190 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.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lancia Musa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Musa | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Musa | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
