2008 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 865 kg more than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon.
Because 2009 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Ypsilon | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Ypsilon | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
