2008 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, both 2008 Lancia Ypsilon and 2008 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 470 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.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. 2008 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2008 Lancia Ypsilon has manual transmission. 2008 Lancia Ypsilon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Ypsilon | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Ypsilon | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.8 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |
