2007 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 38 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
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, 2012 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2012 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Musa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
