2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Lancia Musa
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Lancia Musa were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 552 kg more than 2009 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lancia Musa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Musa. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A8 | Musa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |
