2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Brilliance BS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Brilliance BS4 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2010 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, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon has automatic transmission and 2009 Brilliance BS4 has manual transmission. 2009 Brilliance BS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Brilliance | Lancia |
| Model | BS4 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 47 L |
