1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2008 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Park Avenue | 2008 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Park Avenue | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
