1998 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 13 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.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Ulysse | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ulysse | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2578 mm |
