1994 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Ulysse (119 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 177 kg more than 1994 Fiat Ulysse.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Ulysse | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Ulysse | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
