2008 Lancia Musa vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 440 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, 2006 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa. 2006 Honda Legend 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. 2006 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Musa | Legend |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
