2006 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Musa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 129 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.
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 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Opel | Lancia |
| Model | Astra | Musa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 47 L |
