2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 8 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2009 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C5 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |
