2004 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 363 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, 2005 Mazda 3 (183 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Ypsilon | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Ypsilon | 3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
