2011 Lancia Musa vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Musa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Musa weights approximately 7 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Lancia Musa | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Musa | Golf |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |