1994 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 15 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. (119 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 220 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 2009 GMC Canyon 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, 2009 GMC Canyon 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Ulysse | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Ulysse | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
