1994 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. (119 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 478 kg more than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. 2008 Kia Sportage 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. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Fiat Ulysse | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Ulysse | Sportage |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1988 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |