1996 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 17 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (119 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 555 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 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Fiat Ulysse | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Ulysse | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1808 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |