2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Lancia Musa
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Lancia Musa were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Because 2008 BMW X5 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 2008 BMW X5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | X5 | Musa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 47 L |
