2008 Lancia Musa vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 416 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 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lancia Musa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa. 2011 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2008 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2008 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Lancia | Dodge |
| Model | Musa | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 132 L |
