2009 Lancia Musa vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash is newer by 3 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Musa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Musa weights approximately 186 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
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, 2012 Suzuki Splash (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Splash will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Musa | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Musa | Splash |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12 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 | 1236 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
