1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2004 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Ulysse (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 185 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Laguna | 2004 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | Laguna | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
