2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Jimny (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2001 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Jimny 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 Lancia Ypsilon (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Ypsilon | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2260 mm |
