1996 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (119 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 160 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.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Fiat Ulysse | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Ulysse | Sportage |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |