2007 Lancia Musa vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Musa weights approximately 28 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
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 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Musa. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lancia Musa | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Musa | T5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |