2010 Lancia Musa vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL

To start off, both 2010 Lancia Musa and 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Musa. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Musa.

Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Musa. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Musa. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Lancia Musa 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
Make Lancia Mercedes-Benz
Model Musa SL
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 179 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.5 seconds 7.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4582 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1298 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 80 L


 

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