2003 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (136 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 430 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Ypsilon | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 136 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
