2008 Lancia Musa vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2008 Lancia Musa and 2008 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V50 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 140 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, 2008 Volvo V50 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lancia Musa | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Musa | V50 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |