2008 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2008 Lancia Ypsilon and 2008 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 340 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 Renault Laguna (271 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lancia Ypsilon | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Ypsilon | Laguna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 8.5 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 | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |