2005 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 2 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 1,423 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 418 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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 Lancia Ypsilon (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ypsilon | Citi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |
