2005 Lancia Musa vs. 2002 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Lancia Musa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Monaro weights approximately 372 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 2002 Holden Monaro 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 2002 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2002 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Musa | 2002 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Lancia | Holden |
| Model | Musa | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
