2007 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2007 Lancia Ypsilon and 2007 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 588 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 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Ypsilon | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
