1996 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 16 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 2,087 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 Kia Carens.
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, 1996 Fiat Ulysse (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Ulysse | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Ulysse | Carens |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2087 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
