2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Auris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Auris would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Auris (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Toyota Auris.
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 Lancia Ypsilon (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Ypsilon | Auris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
