2008 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 216 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 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX. 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 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Musa. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Musa. 2004 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2008 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 2004 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | NSX | Musa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
