1994 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2009 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Ulysse.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. 2009 Land Rover LR3 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. 2009 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Ulysse | 2009 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Ulysse | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
