2003 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2006 Porsche 911

To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 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), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 825 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 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (184 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Lancia Ypsilon 2006 Porsche 911
Make Lancia Porsche
Model Ypsilon 911
Year Released 2003 2006
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1250 cc 3589 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 70 HP 414 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 69.6 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 76 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.1:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 165 km/hour 305 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 15.1 seconds 4.3 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 3750 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.6 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 64 L


 

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