2008 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2008 Opel Astra

To start off, both 2008 Lancia Ypsilon and 2008 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 223 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 Opel Astra (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Lancia Ypsilon 2008 Opel Astra
Make Lancia Opel
Model Ypsilon Astra
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1367 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 88.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 175 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.9 seconds 10.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 1278 kg
Vehicle Length 3750 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 52 L


 

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