2011 Volvo V50 vs. 2010 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V50 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2010 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Musa. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Musa. 2011 Volvo V50 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. 2011 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volvo V50 | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Volvo | Lancia |
Model | V50 | Musa |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4521 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1499 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |