2005 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2005 Lancia Ypsilon and 2005 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 123 kg more than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (117 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Lancia Ypsilon 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Lancia Subaru
Model Ypsilon Legacy
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 79 HP 250 HP
Torque 117 Nm 339 Nm
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 79 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1513 kg
Vehicle Length 3750 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 64 L


 

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