1995 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Ulysse | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Ulysse | V70 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
