2004 Citroen Saxo vs. 2006 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2006 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 251 kg more than 2004 Citroen Saxo. 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, 2006 Lancia Ypsilon (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Saxo | 2006 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Saxo | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
