2006 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Liana (90 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 95 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.
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, 2006 Lancia Ypsilon (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Ypsilon | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Ypsilon | Liana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 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 | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
