2008 Lancia Musa vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 186 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 2011 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lancia Musa | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
Model | Musa | Corvette |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |