1997 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Ulysse. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 255 kg more than 1997 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Ulysse. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Ulysse | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ulysse | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
