2008 Lancia Musa vs. 2003 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Lancia Lybra.
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 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 2003 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Musa | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
