2011 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1323 kg more than 2004 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Musa. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Tahoe | Musa |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2553 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1895 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 47 L |
