2008 Ford S-Max vs. 2008 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, both 2008 Ford S-Max 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford S-Max (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford S-Max weights approximately 626 kg more than 2008 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 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford S-Max | 2008 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | S-Max | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.9 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 | 1681 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |