2005 Lancia Musa vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 8 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura RDX weights approximately 474 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 2013 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lancia Musa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX 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, 2013 Acura RDX (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Musa. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Musa. 2013 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2005 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2005 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Musa | 2013 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Lancia | Acura |
| Model | Musa | RDX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1678 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
