1996 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 255 kg more than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Ulysse | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Ulysse | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2087 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
