2005 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2005 Samsung SM3

To start off, both 2005 Lancia Ypsilon and 2005 Samsung SM3 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Samsung SM3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Samsung SM3 (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Samsung SM3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 226 kg more than 2005 Samsung SM3.

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 Samsung SM3 (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Samsung SM3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Lancia Ypsilon 2005 Samsung SM3
Make Lancia Samsung
Model Ypsilon SM3
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 79 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 117 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1164 kg
Vehicle Length 3750 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2540 mm


 

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