2009 Lancia Musa vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Musa weights approximately 208 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lancia Musa | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Musa | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |