1997 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Ulysse. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 779 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.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Ulysse. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ulysse | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
