2006 Lancia Musa vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2006 Lancia Musa and 2006 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 580 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Mercedes-Benz E (351 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Musa. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Lancia Musa | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Musa | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |