2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2005 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2005 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C5 | Musa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |
