1994 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 575 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Ulysse | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ulysse | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
