2006 Lancia Musa vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Musa. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Musa.
Because 2010 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Musa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Musa. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Musa. 2010 BMW 550 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. 2010 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Musa | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Musa | 550 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
