2007 Lancia Musa vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Musa weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
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, 2007 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Musa | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Musa | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
