2005 Lancia Musa vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Lancia Musa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 645 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 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Musa. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Musa | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Musa | Viano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
