2004 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 624 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. 2011 Mazda 6 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. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Ypsilon | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Ypsilon | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
