2006 Lancia Musa vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II

To start off, 2006 Lancia Musa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Musa. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 269 kg more than 2006 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Musa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2006 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. 1999 Nissan Terrano II has automatic transmission and 2006 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2006 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Terrano II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Lancia Musa 1999 Nissan Terrano II
Make Lancia Nissan
Model Musa Terrano II
Year Released 2006 1999
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 2389 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 116 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 1625 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2660 mm


 

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