2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2010 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2010 Lancia Musa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Primera (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 83 kg more than 2010 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 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Nissan | Lancia |
| Model | Primera | Musa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |
