2010 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Seat Exeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Seat Exeo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 380 kg more than 2010 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Lancia Ypsilon | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Ypsilon | Exeo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.8 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2642 mm |