2005 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio.
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, 2003 Renault Clio (191 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Ypsilon | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
