1998 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 10 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 148 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 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Ulysse | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Ulysse | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
