2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2005 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 444 kg more than 2005 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Musa. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Musa. 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Infiniti QX56 | 2005 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Infiniti | Lancia |
Model | QX56 | Musa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 47 L |