2005 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Lancia Ypsilon and 2005 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 220 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.
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 Volkswagen Passat (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. 2005 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2005 Lancia Ypsilon has manual transmission. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lancia Ypsilon | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Ypsilon | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |