2011 Lancia Musa vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Musa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 149 kg more than 2011 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Musa. 1997 Kia Joice has automatic transmission and 2011 Lancia Musa has manual transmission. 2011 Lancia Musa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lancia Musa | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Musa | Joice |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
