2005 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 402 kg more than 2012 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lancia Musa. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki XL7 | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Suzuki | Lancia |
| Model | XL7 | Musa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
