2008 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Musa (89 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Musa weights approximately 133 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Opel | Lancia |
| Model | Corsa | Musa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.3 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 47 L |
