2003 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2008 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 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), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 390 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 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Lancia Ypsilon 2008 Subaru Forester
Make Lancia Subaru
Model Ypsilon Forester
Year Released 2003 2008
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1247 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 69 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 69.6 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.1:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 165 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 15.1 seconds 11.4 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1045 kg 1435 kg
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.6 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 60 L


 

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