2003 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2003 Lancia Ypsilon and 2003 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP) has 250 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1412 kg more than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Ypsilon | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |
