2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Musa. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Musa weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Musa. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Musa. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2006 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2006 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Express | Musa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 47 L |
