2009 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2009 Audi S8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Musa weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Audi S8.
Because 2009 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lancia Musa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Musa. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Musa. 2009 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2005 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi S8 | 2005 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | S8 | Musa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |