1996 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon

To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. 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, 1996 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Citroen XM 2005 Lancia Ypsilon
Make Citroen Lancia
Model XM Ypsilon
Year Released 1996 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1242 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 115 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 104 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 70.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 78.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 193 km/hour 153 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 3750 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2390 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 47 L


 

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