1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1996 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 2 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 130 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.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Venture | 1996 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Venture | Ulysse |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2087 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |