2009 Lancia Musa vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Lancia Musa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Musa weights approximately 453 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia 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 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Musa | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Musa | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
