2006 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 163 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
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 Volkswagen Citi (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Citi | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lancia |
| Model | Citi | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 857 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 47 L |
