2005 Scion xA vs. 2004 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Scion xA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Scion xA.
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 Scion xA (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Musa. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Scion xA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Musa. 2004 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 2005 Scion xA has manual transmission. 2005 Scion xA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 2004 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Scion | Lancia |
| Model | xA | Musa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
