2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2007 Lancia Musa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Musa. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Musa. 2007 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 2006 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2006 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 2007 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Mini | Lancia |
| Model | Cooper | Musa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
