2007 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Musa weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2005 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2005 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lancia |
| Model | Lancer | Musa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 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 | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 15.4 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 | 1170 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
