2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 280 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 2011 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Ypsilon | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
