2006 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 2 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 320 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 2006 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Musa. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 320 | 2004 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 320 | Musa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
