2006 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 6 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 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Ypsilon (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Dacia Logan. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Ypsilon | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Lancia | Dacia |
| Model | Ypsilon | Logan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
