2008 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2008 Lancia Ypsilon and 2008 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,898 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon.
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 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lancia Ypsilon | 2008 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ypsilon | A |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1898 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 129 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.1 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 | 1055 kg | 1185 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |