2010 Ford Fusion vs. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fusion weights approximately 370 kg more than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Fusion | 2011 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fusion | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |
