2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 and 2008 Lancia Ypsilon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C3 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3.
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, 2008 Citroen C3 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2008 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | C3 | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |