2006 Lancia Musa vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2006 Lancia Musa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Musa weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC.
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, 2006 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Musa | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Lancia | Saturn |
| Model | Musa | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
