1996 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Ulysse (119 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 410 kg more than 1996 Fiat Ulysse.
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, 2004 Renault Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Ulysse | 2004 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ulysse | Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
