2003 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2003 Lancia Ypsilon and 2003 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 70 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.
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 Lancia Ypsilon (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Ypsilon | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Ypsilon | Megane |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |