2006 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2006 Lancia Ypsilon and 2006 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 648 kg more than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. 2006 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2006 Lancia Ypsilon has manual transmission. 2006 Lancia Ypsilon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Ypsilon | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Ypsilon | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
