2007 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 69 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
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 Lancia Ypsilon (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Ypsilon | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 15.7 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 | 1120 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |
