1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2005 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2005 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (129 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Dodge Intrepid.
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 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Intrepid | 2005 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Intrepid | Ulysse |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2735 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |