2006 Mazda 3 vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Musa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Musa weights approximately 107 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3.
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 Mazda 3 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 3 | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Mazda | Lancia |
| Model | 3 | Musa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
