2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 162 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ (122 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (102 Nm). This means 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Ypsilon | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
