2007 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 446 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.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Ypsilon | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
