2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 6 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, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2008 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, 2002 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2008 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | C3 | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 175 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 | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |