2011 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 443 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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. 2011 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Escape | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escape | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |
