2008 Lancia Musa vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 139 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Musa | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7.6 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 | 1356 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |
