2005 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 7 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (136 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ypsilon | B |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2699 mm |
