2007 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Matrix and 2007 Lancia Ypsilon were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Matrix (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Matrix should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 338 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Matrix (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Matrix | 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Matrix | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
