2007 Renault Trafic vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Trafic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Trafic would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 790 kg more than 2010 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 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Trafic | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Renault | Lancia |
| Model | Trafic | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |
