2008 Lancia Musa vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2008 Lancia Musa and 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 129 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Musa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lancia Musa | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Musa | Viano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 2148 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 | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |