2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2009 Lancia Ypsilon and 2009 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3.
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, both vehicles can yield 181 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Ypsilon | 3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
