1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2005 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 853 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna. 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, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 2005 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Duna | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
