2006 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 417 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 Volvo C70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Musa. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo C70 | 2007 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Volvo | Lancia |
| Model | C70 | Musa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
