2008 Lancia Musa vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 454 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Musa | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Musa | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 79 L |
