2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2004 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 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 2009 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Musa. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Musa. 2009 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2004 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2004 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 2004 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | E-150 | Musa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 47 L |
