2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Musa (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 206 kg more than 2004 Lancia Musa.
Because 2008 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Ford Ranger (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Musa. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Ranger | 2004 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Ranger | Musa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |