2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 Lancia Ypsilon and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 205 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.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ypsilon | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2148 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |
