2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2010 Lancia Musa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1077 kg more than 2010 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Musa. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Musa. 2006 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2010 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2010 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Nissan | Lancia |
| Model | Patrol | Musa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 47 L |
