2007 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 4 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 655 kg more than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon.
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, 2011 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Ypsilon | Venga |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 48 L |
