2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 471 kg more than 2009 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C5 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 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 | 1491 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |
