1994 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Ulysse (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 555 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. 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, 1994 Fiat Ulysse (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Ulysse | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ulysse | Megane |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
