2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 35 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2010 Lancia Ypsilon has manual transmission. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Renault | Lancia |
| Model | Laguna | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
