2007 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 400 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2006 Lancia Ypsilon has manual transmission. 2006 Lancia Ypsilon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2006 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 325 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
