2004 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 1 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 482 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, 2004 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (184 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |
