2006 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 5 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 208 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Ypsilon | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Ypsilon | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.6 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 | 1055 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
