2008 Lancia Musa vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 166 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
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 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla. 2001 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2008 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2008 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Musa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
