2005 Lancia Musa vs. 2003 Vauxhall Corsa

To start off, 2005 Lancia Musa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Corsa (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Musa weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Lancia Musa 2003 Vauxhall Corsa
Make Lancia Vauxhall
Model Musa Corsa
Year Released 2005 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 1199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 69 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 935 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2500 mm


 

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