2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2006 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 945 kg more than 2006 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 2006 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Nissan | Lancia |
| Model | Pathfinder | Musa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
