2008 Lancia Musa vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 169 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.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Musa | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |
