2004 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2004 Lancia Ypsilon and 2004 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 476 kg more than 2004 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 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. 2004 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2004 Lancia Ypsilon has manual transmission. 2004 Lancia Ypsilon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Lancia Ypsilon | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Ypsilon | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.8 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |