2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 238 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3.
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, 2002 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | C3 | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 165 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 | 1152 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 6 L/100km |