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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 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 460 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 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. (129 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 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |