2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
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 Hyundai Accent (132 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Accent | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 16.8 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 | 1014 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
