1994 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2012 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2012 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 18 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. Both 1994 Fiat Ulysse and 2012 Renault Grand Scenic are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Ulysse (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 138 kg more than 2012 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Fiat Ulysse (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Ulysse | 2012 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ulysse | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
