2003 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 624 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 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Ypsilon | 996 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
