2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (85 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 614 kg more than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
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, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C5 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 17.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
