2004 Citroen Xsara 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 Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen Xsara 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) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 128 kg more than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xsara | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1184 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
