1994 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 6 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 3,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. (119 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2000 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Ulysse | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Ulysse | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
