2005 Lancia Musa vs. 2012 Lotus Elise

To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Musa weights approximately 304 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.

Because 2012 Lotus Elise 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 2012 Lotus Elise. 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, 2012 Lotus Elise (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Musa.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Lancia Musa 2012 Lotus Elise
Make Lancia Lotus
Model Musa Elise
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Minivan Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1368 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 926 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 3785 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1118 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2299 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 44 L


 

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