2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2010 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2010 Lancia Musa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Kalos would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Musa weights approximately 243 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. 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, 2010 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. 2010 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Kalos has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Kalos | Musa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
