2009 Lancia Musa vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Lancia Musa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Corolla (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Musa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Musa weights approximately 66 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2003 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Musa. 2003 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2009 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2009 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Lancia Musa | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Musa | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |