2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Lancia Musa
To start off, both 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 159 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.
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, 2009 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 2009 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Musa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1437 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |
