2005 Lancia Musa vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 73 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.
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, 2013 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lancia Musa | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Musa | 3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1303 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |