2008 Kia Carens vs. 2008 Lancia Musa
To start off, both 2008 Kia Carens and 2008 Lancia Musa were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 356 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 2008 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Carens | Musa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |