1999 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Ypsilon | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Ypsilon | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
