2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2009 Saturn Vue

To start off, both 2009 Lancia Ypsilon and 2009 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (249 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.

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 Saturn Vue (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. 2009 Saturn Vue 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. 2009 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Lancia Ypsilon 2009 Saturn Vue
Make Lancia Saturn
Model Ypsilon Vue
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1367 cc 3562 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 249 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3750 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 61 L