1996 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Ulysse | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Ulysse | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2087 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
