2006 Lancia Musa vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 5 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Thalia (97 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Musa. (69 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Musa weights approximately 275 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia.
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) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2006 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Musa | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Musa | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2473 mm |
