2008 Lancia Musa vs. 2003 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Almera (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Nissan Almera.
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, 2003 Nissan Almera (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 2003 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Musa | Almera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
