2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac DTS and 2009 Lancia Ypsilon were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 580 kg more than 2009 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 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac DTS | 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
Model | DTS | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |