1996 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 14 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 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 401 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.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Ulysse | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ulysse | Vito |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2087 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
