2010 Lancia Musa vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2010 Lancia Musa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 697 kg more than 2010 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 545 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 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Musa. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Musa. 2009 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 2010 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2010 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Lancia Musa | 2009 BMW 545 | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Musa | 545 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |