2006 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 401 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Ypsilon | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Ypsilon | C30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
