2009 Honda Element vs. 2003 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 84 kg more than 2003 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Element | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 18.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |