1998 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 498 kg more than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Ulysse | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ulysse | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
