2007 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2000 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (98 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | 2000 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ypsilon | Bora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
