2008 Lancia Musa vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3.
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, 2005 Mazda 3 (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lancia Musa | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Musa | 3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 9 seconds |
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 | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |