1994 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 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. Both 1994 Fiat Ulysse and 2005 Mazda 6 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Ulysse (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Ulysse | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ulysse | 6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
