2003 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 285 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Ypsilon | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Ypsilon | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |