2012 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Golf and 2012 Lancia Ypsilon were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Ypsilon. (84 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lancia |
| Model | Golf | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 84 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2390 mm |
