2008 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 298 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Ypsilon | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ypsilon | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.8 seconds | 12.9 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 | 1020 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |
