2007 Smart ForTwo vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Musa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Musa weights approximately 506 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Musa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Lancia Musa (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2011 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2011 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Smart ForTwo | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Smart | Lancia |
| Model | ForTwo | Musa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 47 L |
