2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 716 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 2009 Lancia Ypsilon has manual transmission. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Ypsilon | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 85 L |
