2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1384 kg more than 2004 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lancia Musa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Musa. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2004 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Sierra | Musa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 47 L |
