2011 Acura TL vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 677 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.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. 2011 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2010 Lancia Ypsilon has manual transmission. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Acura TL | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | TL | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4966 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
