2005 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Jimny (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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 Lancia Ypsilon (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (111 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Ypsilon | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
