2005 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2005 Lancia Ypsilon and 2005 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 209 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 Opel Corsa (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lancia Ypsilon | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Ypsilon | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1181 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 44 L |