2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 6 kg more 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 Lancia Ypsilon (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Citroen |
| Model | Ypsilon | C3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 14.5 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 | 1120 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
