2011 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2007 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 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, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Musa. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Eos | 2007 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lancia |
| Model | Eos | Musa |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4423 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1444 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
