2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 165 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, 2003 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xsara | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
