2009 Suzuki Equator vs. 2008 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2009 Suzuki Equator 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 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Suzuki Equator | 2008 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Suzuki | Lancia |
Model | Equator | Musa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |